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2. Make sure the equipment is in neutral.

3. Activate the starter switch. Release the switch as

soon as the engine starts.

NOTE:

Do not crank the engine continuously for

more than 10 seconds at a time. If the

engine does not start, allow a 60 second

cool down period between starting

attempts. Failure to follow these

guidelines can burn out the starter motor.

NOTE:

If the engine develops sufficient speed to

disengage the starter but does not keep

running (a false start), engine rotation

must be allowed to come to a complete

stop before attempting to restart the

engine. If the starter is engaged while the

flywheel is rotating, the starter pinion and

flywheel ring gear may clash, resulting in

damage to the starter.

If the starter does not turn the engine over, shut

off starter immediately. Do not make further

attempts to start the engine until the condition is

corrected. Do not jump start using another battery

(refer to "Battery"). See your Kohler Engine

Service Dealer for trouble analysis.

4. For Operation - after the engine starts:

For a Single-Lever

Throttle/Choke

Control:

Move the lever from the "fast/choke

on"

position and set the desired engine operating

speed (between the "slow"

and "fast"

position).

For Separate Levers: Gradually move the

choke control to the "off" position. If the

engine is warm, the choke control can be

returned to the "off" position as soon as the

engine starts. If the engine is cold, it may be

operated during the warm-up period, but it may

be necessary to leave the choke partially "on"

until the engine warms up.

Stopping

1. Remove the load by disengaging all PTO

attachments.

For engines

without

a shutdown

solenoid:

Move the throttle to the "slow"

or "low"

idle

position. Allow the engine to run at idle for

30-60 seconds; then stop the engine.

b. For engines equipped with a shutdown

solenoid:

Position the throttle control between

half and full throttle; then stop the engine.

Battery

A 12 volt battery is normally used. Refer to the

operating instructions of the equipment this engine

powers, for specific battery requirements.

If the battery charge is not sufficient to crank the

engine, recharge the battery (see page 11).

Operating

Angle of Operation

This engine will operate continuously at angles up to

25 °. Check oil level to assure crankcase oil level is at

the "F" mark on the dipstick,

Refer to the operating instructions of the equipment

this engine powers. Because of equipment design or

application, there may be more stringent restrictions

regarding the angle of operation.

NOTE:

Do not operate this engine continuously at

angles exceeding 25 ° in any direction. Engine

damage could result from insufficient

lubrication.

Cooling

NOTE:

If debris builds up on the grass screen or

other cooling air intake areas, stop the engine

immediately and clean. Operating the engine

with blocked or dirty air intake and cooling

areas can cause extensive damage due to

overheating.

WARNING:

Hot Parts!

Engine components can get extremely hot from

operation. To prevent severe burns, do not touch these

areas while the engine is running-or immediately after

it is turned off. Never operate the engine with heat

shields or guards removed.

Engine Speed

NOTE:

Do not tamper with the governor setting to

increase the maximum engine speed.

Overspeed is hazardous and will void the

engine warranty.